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Yunta brava

Yunta brava is a Tango written by Ángel Villoldo and recorded by Juan D’Arienzo in 1939. Juan D’Arienzo has recorded Yunta brava as an instrumental Tango.
“Yunta Brava,” meaning “Fierce Pair” in English, evokes the raw intensity of two souls entwined in a passionate dance. The music captures the fiery spirit of a relentless partnership, where each step is both a battle and a harmony. In the dance of life, “Yunta Brava” tells of a bond unyielding, where strength and elegance collide.

Tango

Style

Juan D'Arienzo

Orchestra

Instrumental

Singer

Carlos Pesce y Antonio Polito

Author

Ángel Villoldo

Composer

1939/1/4

Date

Instrumental
Instrumental
Juan D'Arienzo
Juan D’Arienzo

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Letra del Tango Yunta brava

Aquí está la yunta brava
De los bailongos de medio pelo,
Abriendo cancha pa´ que salgan
Los que quieran bailar un tango como yo.
Que lo sepan, si no saben
Que a mí, ninguno me pisa el poncho,
Yo soy el milonguero más mentado
Que en los salones se lució.

Tengo patente de guapo
Entre los taitas del barrio,
Soy genial para los lances de amor
Por mi verba tan florida.
Y fue en un baile en Pompeya
Al son de un tango compadre,
Que entre todos, esta yunta
Se lució mejor.

Si hablaran esas noches del Victoria,
Del tiempo de la Parda Sinforosa,
Dirían la verdad de nuestra historia
La historia de los guapos que se van.
La gente de alto rango se paraba
Y al vernos en un corte con quebrada,
Mirando las corridas y sentadas
Nos aplaudían con mucho afán.

English lyrics of the Tango "Yunta brava"

Here is the bold pair
From the half-baked dance halls,
Clearing the way so they may come
Those who want to dance a tango like me.
Let them know, if they are unaware
That nobody steps on my poncho,
I am the most famous milonguero
Who ever shone in the salons.

I hold the swagger’s license
Among the neighborhood’s tough guys,
I excel in love exploits
With my flowery speech.
And it was at a dance in Pompeya
To the sound of a tango, spirited,
That out of everyone, this pair
Shone the best.

If those nights of Victoria could speak,
From the time of Parda Sinforosa,
They would tell the real story
The story of the tough guys who fade away.
High-ranking folks would stand
And watching us break with swagger,
Witnessing our moves and pauses
They would applaud us with great fervor.

Yunta brava by

Yunta brava is a Tango written by and composed by Ángel Villoldo.

Story behind the Tango Yunta brava

This tango, “Yunta brava,” captures the ambiance of Buenos Aires’ lively dance halls and the world of proud, skilled dancers who frequent them. The song is a confident self-portrait of a milonguero, or tango dancer, known for his unmatched dancing prowess in the neighborhood’s milongas. It emphasizes a deep pride and sense of identity rooted in his ability to dance and navigate love’s complexities. This pride is not just about personal achievement but also about cultural representation in the competitive world of tango.

Symbolism of Yunta brava

The title “Yunta brava” itself symbolizes a “brave pair” or “brave duo,” referring to the two dancers who command respect and admiration on the dance floor. The use of regional slang and vivid language like “ninguno me pisa el poncho” (no one steps on my poncho) indicates a challenge and fearlessness among peers, reinforcing the theme of dominance and excellence. The phrase “Soy genial para los lances de amor” (I am great for love pursuits) symbolizes a dual mastery of both dance and romance, showcasing a holistic understanding of the tango culture as encompassing both elements.

Yunta brava in historic Context

Composed in Buenos Aires in 1939, “Yunta brava” is steeped in the vibrant culture of the city’s pre-World War II era, when tango was not merely a dance but a way of life that encapsulated the Argentine spirit. The lyrics mention “Pompeya” and “Victoria,” neighborhoods and venues reflective of the local urban landscape, where tango was a prominent social and cultural activity. The reference to “Parda Sinforosa,” likely a well-known dancer or figure, situates the song in a specific social milieu, capturing the essence of a bygone tango era that celebrated the grit and grandeur of its performers, who commanded attention from all social classes.

Overview of

Ángel Villoldo, often regarded as the father of tango music, was an influential composer and musician whose works helped shape and popularize the tango genre during its formative years in Argentina.